Attendance Officer

Macmillan Academy  Attendance Officer  Required as soon as possible  Salary: Scale Point 18 (range 18-21- £15,388- £17,149), actual salary term time only.   We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, committed individual to promote the importance of student attendance within our school. This is an exciting opportunity to join our multi-academy trust in a vital role to ensure the success of students. This post would be ideally suited to an individual with experience working in a similar role within the education sector  As well as maintaining accurate attendance records, the Attendance Officer will build good relationships with staff, families and external agencies to both challenge poor attendance and put in place appropriate measures to support students in improving their attendance at the academy. The Attendance Officer will also provide support to the Deputy Principal in terms of in year transfers/admissions.   The successful candidate will have good communication skills, keep accurate records and have the ability to manage their caseload proactively.  We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All appointments are subject to DBS checks and excellent references.  To apply for this post please download an application form from our website at www.macmillan-academy.org.uk.  Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs Pam Smith, Director of Human Resources, Macmillan Academy, Stockton Road, Middlesbrough, TS5 4AG or by email to recruitment@macademy.org.uk.   Closing date 22 March 2018   Macmillan Academy is an Endeavour Trust school.